After their 1st successful album release of “DNA”
in 2013, Little Mix are back it. Composed of the vocal powers from Leigh-Anne
Pinnock, Jesy Nelson, Jade Thrilwall, and Perrie Edwards, this girl band was
the first group to win the U.K. series of “X-Factor”. Working with stars like Tulisa Contostavlos, their mentor on
X-Factor, Missy Elliot, and T-Boz from TLC, Little Mix have certainly
showcased their talent within their tracks. Their music goes far beyond the
traditional bubblegum pop sound that most singing bands give off as girls
include a mature R&B flare to
their 2nd debut album, “Salute”. Their fans, “mixers”, respond well to Salute's main theme, girl power, a vital message today’s 21st
century needs to receive.
Coming
off the prosperity of their 1st single, "Wings", Little
Mix’s second album had high expectations. Their 15 song
album is quite diverse, incorporating stripped down performances, ballads, and
upbeat pop songs, all of which exhibit the group’s immense vocal range. The title
song, Salute starts off their album with lyrics reflecting women’s power, as
they urge their fans to “stand up and salute” through a pop and R&B styled
song. Move, the 1st single
released off the album is a step up from Wings. While still providing the
upbeat style that appeals to many of their fans, the girls, especially with Edwards’
vocal control, showcase their talents thoroughly. The girls kick it old school
in Mr.Loverboy, which maintains a vintage sound with their special twist on
it, keeping it fresh and modern to their listeners. Salute’s fast tempo songs
do not disappoint the listener as the girls consistently manage a crisp, mature
sound throughout.
Although Little Mix excels with the output of their faster songs, their slower songs still portray their talents in singing and lyricism. In Little Me, Pinnock, Nelson, Thirlwall, and Edwards comfort their fans by writing a song that displays the struggles that many teenage girls deal with. They continue to assure them that being themselves is the best thing they can do. Their abilities are further exposed in the unplugged version of Little Me as their advanced harmonies are crystal clear. Salute’s feature ballad, These Four Walls, is a respite on the album from their many faster, upbeat songs. It deals with the life of a teenage girl who has lost hope within herself. These themes have been responded well by their fans because of how relatable they are. In their slower songs Little Mix fully provide the listener with their raw talent.
Although Little Mix excels with the output of their faster songs, their slower songs still portray their talents in singing and lyricism. In Little Me, Pinnock, Nelson, Thirlwall, and Edwards comfort their fans by writing a song that displays the struggles that many teenage girls deal with. They continue to assure them that being themselves is the best thing they can do. Their abilities are further exposed in the unplugged version of Little Me as their advanced harmonies are crystal clear. Salute’s feature ballad, These Four Walls, is a respite on the album from their many faster, upbeat songs. It deals with the life of a teenage girl who has lost hope within herself. These themes have been responded well by their fans because of how relatable they are. In their slower songs Little Mix fully provide the listener with their raw talent.
Little Mix’s sophomore album, “Salute”, does not fall short
of expectations left from DNA. Integrating a balanced mix of fast and slow
songs, the girls discuss topics relevant to today’s society, always reminding
their fans that they are perfect the way they are. Displaying tremendously
important messages to their fans while still portraying their vocal and lyrical
talents, Little Mix successfully created an album that will be on repeat for
hours.
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